Janet Gray

The committee conducted a tour of the police station facilities, including the interview room, holding cell, and evidence storage. Chief Henderson provided an update on the Delaware Police Accreditation Commission (DPAC) standards and discussed upcoming training requirements for committee members. The meeting included demonstrations of body camera footage and the Flock Safety license plate reader camera system. Old and new business items focused on reminding members to complete their mandatory 20-hour ride-along with the Delaware City Police Department.

The meeting included discussions on the Organization and Chain of Command, Reporting for Duty, and Police Officer Application Standards for the Delaware City Police Department. Members reviewed and discussed the policies related to these topics. An explanation of the functionality and operation of body-worn cameras was provided, including a comparison of a video shared online with body camera footage from the same incident. Members were reminded to complete the required 20-hour ride along with the DCPD.

The meeting included discussions on the police officer hiring process, with shared documents covering job applications, selection tests, interview packets, questionnaires, minimum standards, and training commission details. Old business included a reminder for board members to complete ride-along hours, and new business involved DCPD policies.